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August 4, 2025 •

8 Easy Ways to Get 15 Grams of Plant Protein

Trying to get more plant protein into your day? It’s easier (and more delicious) than you
might think! Each of the following combos provides approximately 15 grams of high-
quality plant-based protein. Pick any two to hit the recommended 30 grams daily for
optimal health, vitality, and healing.

Power Oatmeal Bowl → ~15g protein

  • ½ cup oats
  • 2 tbsp hemp seeds
  • 1 tbsp almond or peanut butter
  • ¾ cup soy milk

Lentil & Quinoa Salad → ~15g protein

  • ½ cup cooked lentils
  • ½ cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds

Hummus Veggie Wrap → ~15g protein

  • ¼ cup hummus
  • 1 Ezekiel or sprouted grain wrap
  • 1 tbsp hemp seeds
  • Leafy greens and veggies

Protein Smoothie → ~15-20g protein

  • 1 scoop plant-based protein powder
  • 1 tbsp almond or peanut butter
  • 1 cup soy or pea milk

Chia-Hemp Pudding → ~15g protein

  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp hemp seeds
  • 1 cup fortified plant milk (soy or pea)
  • Cinnamon + fruit

Bean Tacos → ~15g protein

  • ½ cup black beans or lentils
  • 2 small corn tortillas
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Avocado + salsa

Chickpea Mash on Toast → ~15g protein

  • ½ cup mashed chickpeas with seasoning of choice
  • 1 slice sprouted grain bread (Food for Life Brand- Ezekiel or another flavor)
  • 1 tbsp tahini or hemp seeds

Trail Mix Power Snack → ~15g protein

  • ¼ cup almonds
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp chia or hemp seeds